In the heart of Ise-Shima National Park, where ancient pine forests cascade toward the sacred waters of Ago Bay, lies Amanemu: a modern sanctuary that honors Japan's most revered wellness tradition: the onsen. Here, steam rises gently from mineral-rich thermal springs, each suite and villa opens to tranquil vistas, and time moves with the deliberate rhythm of healing water.
This is not merely a luxury resort; it is a living embodiment of Japanese hospitality refined through centuries of onsen culture. Each of the 24 suites and eight villas features its own private natural hot-spring bath, fed by the region's celebrated mineral waters that have drawn pilgrims and seekers for generations.
The Onsen Spa at Amanemu: Contemporary Expression of Ancient Japanese Healing
Spa Philosophy
At Amanemu, wellness transcends the modern spa concept, rooting itself deeply in the Japanese philosophy of onsen bathing, where mineral-rich thermal waters form the very foundation of healing. This elemental approach harmonizes with traditional Japanese bodywork, marine-based therapies drawn from Ago Bay's pearl-diving heritage, and a serene aesthetic that encourages profound rest.
Our philosophy rests upon three sacred pillars:
Mineral Restoration : Drawing from the healing onsen waters of Ise-Shima, guests immerse in warm, mineral-rich baths believed to support circulation, detoxification, and overall vitality. These thermal springs have been revered by locals for their purifying properties for over a millennium.
Harmonization of Energy : Japanese therapeutic methods, including traditional Shiatsu and meridian balancing, restore energetic flow and revive inner equilibrium. Our master therapists, trained in ancient techniques, guide each session with intuitive precision.
Marine & Earth-Based Healing : Using pearl powder, seaweed, bamboo, and rice bran: ingredients long associated with Japanese beauty rituals: treatments honor the region's maritime heritage while connecting guests to the earth's natural bounty.
This sanctuary exists for quiet transformation, where wellness unfolds naturally rather than being pursued.
Spa Facilities
Designed with refined simplicity and deep cultural reverence, the Amanemu Spa spans 2,000 square meters and includes:
- Communal Onsen Pools surrounded by stone, wood, and forest air, where the sound of pine needles creates a natural meditation
- Private Stone Bathing Suites for secluded mineral immersion with views of the thermal spring gardens
- Hydrotherapy Pool offering varied temperatures and water therapies in the Aqua Movement Suite
- Tea Ceremony Relaxation Rooms, blending mindful hospitality with calm interior spaces bathed in golden light
- Couples' Ritual Suites for shared healing journeys overlooking Ago Bay
- Outdoor Terraces for post-treatment contemplation amid manicured gardens
- Expert Therapists specializing in Japanese modalities, marine therapies, and Aman-signature bodywork
Low timber-framed pavilions encircle the steaming thermal spring garden, where daybeds rest under open-latticed cabanas exposed to crisp mountain air, creating an environment where healing feels as natural as breathing.
Core Treatment Menu & Signature Rituals
Japanese Onsen Rituals
Mineral Purification Soak : A traditional immersion in Ise-Shima's naturally mineralized waters. Gently opens the pores, calms the nervous system, and prepares the body for deeper therapies.
Sea-Salt Detox Bath : A purifying soak enriched with Japanese sea salt to stimulate circulation and encourage detoxification while honoring the maritime traditions of Ago Bay.
Pearl Powder Soak : An elegant bathing ritual using ultra-fine pearl powder from local cultivation: a centuries-old Japanese beauty secret linked with luminosity and deep hydration.
Massage Therapies
Traditional Shiatsu : Pressure-point therapy to open meridians, restore energy flow, and ground the body in quiet equilibrium. Each session follows ancient protocols passed down through generations.
Meridian Balancing Massage : A fusion of therapeutic oils and meridian-point work, ideal for fatigue, tension, and emotional recalibration.
Deep Relaxing Oil Massage : Slow, purposeful strokes with warm oils infused with regional botanicals to ease muscular tension and calm the mind.
Hot Stone Fusion : Heated stones sourced from sacred sites glide across the body, releasing deep layers of stress while restoring warmth and fluidity.
Body Therapies
Seaweed Thalassotherapy Wrap : Inspired by the region's maritime harvest, this mineral-dense wrap nourishes the skin and supports detoxification while connecting guests to Ago Bay's ocean heritage.
Bamboo Exfoliation : A rhythmic scrub using bamboo granules to smooth the skin, stimulate circulation, and awaken the senses through this sustainable Japanese tradition.
Rice-Bran Polishing Ritual : A gentle yet effective ritual that honors traditional Japanese bathing culture: offering radiance, softness, and deep renewal.
Facial Rituals
Kobido Facial Massage : A revered Japanese technique blending lifting movements, acupressure, and lymphatic work to sculpt, renew, and enliven the complexion through ancient artistry.
Silk Hydration Facial : Infused with silk amino acids and botanical extracts sourced from local forests, this treatment deeply hydrates and enhances natural glow.
Signature Rituals
Amanemu Rejuvenation Journey (150 minutes) : A holistic immersion featuring mineral bathing ritual, bamboo exfoliation, meridian massage, and hydrating facial renewal. A complete head-to-toe rejuvenation designed to reset energy and refresh the spirit.
The Sacred Pearl Ritual (180 minutes) : Pearl powder, warm herbal oils, gentle exfoliation and Kobido massage combine to invoke luminosity, tranquility, and ocean-born purity: a tribute to Ago Bay's pearl-farming heritage and the legendary ama divers.
Sample Spa Packages & Indicative Pricing
Mineral Harmony Experience : 120 minutes
Onsen Purification Soak • Traditional Shiatsu • Tea Ceremony Cool-Down
From ¥38,000 (approx. USD 260)
A gentle introduction to Amanemu's healing philosophy, where mineral waters prepare your body for traditional pressure-point therapy, concluding with mindful tea ceremony in our serene relaxation rooms.
Ocean & Earth Ritual : 150 minutes
Pearl Powder Bath • Seaweed Thalassotherapy Wrap • Deep Relaxing Oil Massage
From ¥52,000 (approx. USD 360)
Celebrate Ago Bay's maritime heritage through pearl-infused bathing, marine mineral wrapping, and therapeutic massage that connects you to both sea and earth elements.
Amanemu Signature Renewal : Half-Day Retreat
Guided Onsen Journey • Bamboo Exfoliation • Meridian Balancing Massage • Kobido Facial
From ¥76,000 (approx. USD 530)
Our most comprehensive individual journey, weaving together water healing, body renewal, energy restoration, and facial rejuvenation in a seamless four-hour transformation.
Couples' Tranquility Ritual : 180 minutes
Private stone-bath soak • Paired hot stone fusion massage • Shared tea ceremony & relaxation
From ¥120,000 per couple (approx. USD 830)
An intimate healing journey designed for two, featuring private onsen immersion, synchronized massage therapy, and quiet contemplation in our couples' pavilion overlooking the bay.
Seven-Day Wellness Immersion Program
Daily onsen rituals • Personalized treatment sequences • Yoga & meditation • Cultural experiences
From ¥420,000 per person (approx. USD 2,900) including accommodation
A transformative week-long journey combining daily spa treatments, private wellness consultations, cultural immersion with local ama divers, and guided meditation practices.
Awards & Recognitions
Amanemu consistently receives global recognition for its exceptional integration of Japanese wellness traditions with contemporary luxury:
- Condé Nast Traveler Readers' Choice Awards : Consistently ranked among the Top Resort Spas in Asia
- Travel + Leisure World's Best Awards : Featured in the Top 10 Destination Spas category for three consecutive years
- Forbes Travel Guide : Five-Star rating for spa excellence and cultural authenticity
- Wallpaper Design Awards : Recognition for outstanding architectural integration with natural landscape
- World Luxury Spa Awards : Winner of Best Luxury Wellness Retreat in Japan
Industry critics consistently praise Amanemu as one of the world's foremost expressions of Japanese spa philosophy: understated, pure, and profoundly restorative.
Why Choose Amanemu: Where Stillness Becomes Transformation
Quiet. Elemental. Transformative.
At Amanemu, wellness unfolds naturally within a sanctuary shaped entirely by nature: onsen waters that have flowed for millennia, pine forests that whisper ancient secrets, misty mornings that cloak the hills in silence, and sea air that carries the essence of pearl-diving traditions.
Here, you'll discover authentic Japanese healing practices delivered with Aman's legendary precision and purity. Every treatment honors centuries of wisdom while embracing contemporary understanding of wellness and restoration.
Your journey includes complete privacy and immersion: all suites feature private onsen baths for uninterrupted restoration, allowing you to soak in healing mineral waters whenever inspiration calls.
This is understated ultra-luxury, where elegance expresses itself through space, silence, and sensory refinement rather than ostentation. Every element serves your transformation: the steam rising from thermal springs, the carefully curated treatments, the peaceful rhythms that encourage deep rest.
Most importantly, Amanemu offers meaningful transformation. This is not merely a spa visit, but a journey into balance and presence: a return to the elemental wisdom that our modern world often obscures.
We Invite You to Rediscover Stillness
Allow the steam to rise around you in the quiet morning light as Ago Bay reflects the first rays of dawn. Feel the mineral waters cradle your body with the same gentle care they have offered seekers for a thousand years. Listen to the wind moving through ancient pines, carrying whispers of wisdom from the sacred Ise Shrines nearby.
Let your breath slow, your shoulders soften, your mind empty of everything except this moment, this place, this return to yourself. At Amanemu, serenity is not sought: it simply unfolds like lotus petals touching still water.
Come not just for rest, but for renewal. Not just for luxury, but for transformation. Not just for escape, but for return: to balance, to peace, to the essential self that waits quietly beneath the surface of busy modern life.
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